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	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">What kind of training does an acupuncturist have?</p>'
	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;"> In Massachusetts, an acupuncturist needs to be licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine, and nationally certified by the NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine). In order to get those certifications, one needs an undergraduate education, science pre-requisites, followed by at least 3 years of post-graduate education in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. <br><br> The post-graduate school must be recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, which requires at least 1,000 hours of clinical experience.</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">What should I expect from my first appointment?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">You will be asked to fill out a short health history form and we will talk about your health concerns (about 15-30 minutes). I will then diagnose you and treat you accordingly. Treatments usually take 45 min-1 hour depending on what we are working on. After the treatment we will talk about your treatment plan, and when you should come back again. You may also be then given "homework," such as paying attention to a certain symptom throughout the week.</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">What should I wear?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">Something loose and comfortable. We will need access to your arms and lower legs as well as the torso, so wear shirts and pants that can be pulled up easily. </p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">How should I prepare myself for my treatment?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">Try to have a light meal before your treatment. It\'s important that you have eaten something within 3 hours of your treatment, but don\'t come overly full. We want you to be nourished but we don\'t want your body\'s full attention to be on digestion!</p>'


	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">How long does it take to get better with acupuncture?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">It depends on your specific condition and goal. On average, it takes 8-10 sessions to make significant and permanent change. However, change starts happening after the first couple of treatments and you should be able to notice that.</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">Will I need acupuncture forever?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">It depends on your condition. For some chronic conditions that may be the case. However, for other conditions you may be discharged after only 4 treatments. Sometimes you may also choose to stay in treatment to maintain well being and balance, in which case your visits would be less frequent. Your needs come first so this is a conversation we can have during your visit.</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">Does it hurt?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">Patients will sometimes report not even feeling the insertion, and feel surprised that it\'s already in! More commonly you will feel something like a mosquito bite. Sometimes you may also feel a dull achy feeling around the needle when it\'s in. This is what we call the "qi" (pronounced chee) gathering at the point; it\'s your body\'s life energy being activated by that needle, which is a very positive response.<br><br>'

	content += 'Some patients and some needling locations are more sensitive than others. However, in acupuncture you should always talk to your provider if something feels uncomfortable; needles can be adjusted or re-inserted when necessary. Treatments are usually relaxing and patients often fall asleep!</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">Is acupuncture safe?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">Yes. Acupuncture can be safe and effective. The needles I use are always sterilized, single-use, and disposable (it goes from a sterilized package, to your body, then disposed). They are sometimes thinner than a hair, and they are usually made of stainless steel, though silver and gold needles can be used sometimes. If you have metal allergies, be sure to express that to your practitioner.</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">What else is used besides needles?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">There are many adjunctive techniques that may be used depending on your condition, such as cupping, guasha, electro acupuncture, moxibustion, pachi pachi, and magnets. These will always be discussed with you first and practiced safely.</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">What is moxibustion?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">Moxibustion is the burning of moxa (Artemesia Vulgaris) on the needle or on the skin with a protective cream or barrier. Moxa burns at a lower temperature than usual. It should feel warming and pleasant. It helps activate acupuncture points, brings more blood flow to the area, and relaxes musculature.</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">What is cupping?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">Cupping is the use of suction cups that are air tight and draw up muscle and skin tissue. This helps release muscle tension and draws up toxins, freeing the circulation in the area and promoting healing of that tissue. Cupping may leave painless bruises that go away in 3-10 days.<br><br>'

	content += 'Cupping does not hurt. In fact, it often feels like a massage. If you feel uncomfortable with cupping, you just need to voice that to your practitioner. </p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">What is gua sha?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">Gua sha has similar benefits and goals to cupping. It is the use of an instrument to massage the skin. The instrument can be a ceramic spoon, a smooth shaped stone, or made out of plastic. It also often causes painless bruising that goes away in 3-10 days. It is used in areas that cupping cannot hold, such as neck and shoulders. It should also be pleasant and never painful. </p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">What is electro acupuncture?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">Electro acupuncture is the use of alternating electric current between 2 needles. It is most often used to treat musculoskeletal pain or nerve pain, such as sciatica. However, it can also be used to treat edema of the legs.<br><br>'

	content += 'Electroacupuncture should not be painful. You will be able to feel it, and it may feel strange, but not painful. If you feel uncomfortable with it, just tell your practitioner.</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-weight:bold;">What is pachi pachi?</p>'

	content += '<p style="font-size:15px;">Pachi pachi works much like electro acupuncture, except that it is a spark of electricity on one needle instead of connecting them with a cord and alternating currents.</p>'


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